Allergies Articles A-Z

Allegra-D and Back Pain

Up to 2 percent of people taking Allegra-D will experience back pain as a side effect of the medication. This eMedTV article contains information on Allegra-D and back pain, including suggestions on medications, dry or moist heat, and cold packs.

Allegra-D and Dry Mouth

Side effects may occur with Allegra-D, and dry mouth is one of them. As this eMedTV article explains, dry mouth occurs in up to 2.8 percent of patients. This resource offers tips for helping with dry mouth, such as avoiding salty foods and caffeine.

Allegra-D and Insomnia

If you are taking Allegra-D and insomnia becomes a problem, you can try improving your sleep habits. This eMedTV page provides tips for helping with insomnia, such as keeping a regular sleep-wake cycle and not exercising within two hours of bedtime.

Allegra-D and Pregnancy

As this eMedTV article explains, Allegra-D is considered a pregnancy Category C medication, meaning that it should be prescribed only if its benefits outweigh the potential risks to the fetus. This page offers an overview of Allegra D and pregnancy.

Allegra-D and Weight Gain

There does not appear to be a connection between Allegra-D and weight gain. This portion of the eMedTV site describes the clinical trials used to determine side effects of Allegra-D and offers a list of tips for helping with weight loss.

Allegra-D Dosage

As this eMedTV Web page explains, the suggested Allegra-D dosage for the 12 Hour strength is one tablet twice daily. This resource also lists dosing guidelines for Allegra-D 24 Hour tablets and offers tips and precautions for those taking the medicine.

Allegra-D Drug Interactions

This eMedTV segment offers a list of medicines that may cause Allegra-D drug interactions, including methyldopa, digoxin, and reserpine. Interactions may cause your body to metabolize the drugs differently than intended or reduce their effectiveness.

Allegra-D Medication Information

Allegra-D is a prescription medication used for treating seasonal allergy symptoms. This article from the eMedTV Web site contains important Allegra-D medication information, including a list of potential side effects and warnings.

Allegra-D Medicine

Allegra-D Precautions and Warnings

This part of the eMedTV archives contains Allegra-D precautions and warnings relating to topics such as who should avoid using Allegra-D, as well as possible side effects (such as drowsiness) that may develop in people taking this medication.

Allegra-D Side Effects

This part of the eMedTV site lists common side effects that may occur with Allegra-D, including headache, insomnia, or nausea. Rare side effects are also listed, such as difficulty breathing or unexplained rash.

Allegra-D Tablets

Allegra-D is a prescription medicine licensed to treat seasonal allergies (hay fever). As this eMedTV Web page explains, Allegra-D tablets come in a 12-hour and 24-hour strength. These products are taken either once or twice a day.

Allegra-D Uses

Allegra-D uses mainly relate to the treatment of hay fever symptoms, such as sneezing or nasal congestion. This eMedTV article explains how the drug works and discusses the medication's uses for both adults and adolescents ages 12 and up.

Allerex

Alrex is an eye drop commonly used for treating seasonal eye allergy symptoms. This eMedTV Web page describes how Alrex works and explains what side effects may occur with this medication. Allerex is a common misspelling of Alrex.

Allergey

As this eMedTV page explains, allergies occur when the immune system reacts to something that is normally harmless. This page provides a brief overview on the topic and offers a link to more information. Allergey is a common misspelling of allergies.

Allergeys

Allergies, as this eMedTV resource explains, involve a specific immune system reaction. This page provides a brief overview of the condition and also offers a link to more detailed information. Allergeys is a common misspelling of allergies.

Allergi

Allergies can occur in response to several different substances, such as pollen and certain foods. This eMedTV segment provides a brief overview of allergies and includes a link to more information. Allergi is a common misspelling of allergies.

Allergie

As this eMedTV segment explains, allergies are a specific reaction of the immune system. This segment provides a brief overview of the topic, with information on triggers, treatment options, and more. Allergie is a common misspelling of allergies.

Allergies

An allergic reaction occurs when the body reacts to a substance that is usually harmless. This eMedTV article discusses the different types of allergies, their potential causes and symptoms, and the available treatment options.

Allergies Prevention

Allergies Summary

Summary of the allergies video presentation.

Allergies Treatment

This video talks about treatment for allergies including medications and allergen avoidance.

Allergy Diagnosis

Skin tests or a blood test are used to determine if a person has allergies. This eMedTV article describes the process of making an allergy diagnosis, including how these tests show whether the person has IgE antibodies to the specific allergen.

Allergy Extracts

The FDA has approved standardized allergy extracts for allergens related to bees, dust mites, cats, and short ragweed. This eMedTV article also describes other allergy extracts in the process of being standardized, like 8 grass and pollen extracts.